2008 Audi A3 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
